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Symposium
June 19, 2026 · Kigali
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University hosted a high-level symposium to formally unveil the proposed ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University Rwanda and convened leaders from government, academia and industry.
Purpose
The symposium:
- Established a shared vision for the initiative
- Aligned stakeholders across sectors
- Strengthened institutional partnerships
- Signaled long-term commitment and collaboration
Program Highlights
- Academic keynote on the creative and fashion industries in Africa
- Multi-stakeholder panel discussion
- Formal project presentation and official launch declaration
- Ministerial address
- Curated local designer pop-up showcase
- Networking cocktail reception and fashion presentation
Participants
Approximately 70 invited participants from government, higher education, industry and development organizations.
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Representation
Marcello Fantoni, Ph.D., dean and vice president for the College of Honors and Global Education, was in Kigali for the symposium with an official ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì delegation. Senior university leadership participated remotely.
